Ten Thousand Hours

Dance, Physical Theatre and Circus (acrobatics, family-friendly)

  • Accessibility:
    Audio enhancement system
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies do not require a ticket
  • Policy applies to: Children under 18 months

Description

Following the hit sell-out sensations Macro and The Pulse at the Edinburgh International Festival, and Fringe-favourite smash-hit A Simple Space, Gravity & Other Myths return with their critically acclaimed, brand-new show Ten Thousand Hours. This is an ode to the countless hours needed to achieve great things. Eight acrobats investigate physical skill: how we obtain it, how we perfect it and how it can transform our lives. This family-friendly acrobatic extravaganza is filled with everything you love about Gravity & Other Myths and a tribute to the dedication required to become a world-class acrobat.

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General venue access

  • Audio enhancement system
    Wheelchair Accessible Toilets
  • Accessible entry: There are 48 steps from the main entrance however there is separate level access entrance via a rear door on Lawnmarket. This is adjacent to the Johnston Terrace roundabout, and is next to the Ensign Ewart which is at 521 Lawnmarket, EH1 2PE. Please ring doorbell for entry.
  • Wheelchair access type: Level Access

  • Stairs: 20+
    Number of stairs is provided as guidance and is not in addition to any wheelchair access type (lift/ramp etc) stated above.

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Logan Hay 27 days ago

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I highly recommend this show. It was very exciting g and exhilarating

Fiona Keith 29 days ago

I really enjoyed the show. Very talented cast. Excellent performance. The only negative point was that when we arrived the staff directed us to restricted view seats when we had paid for full price tickets and they said that it was only restricted view seats left. The system should not allow the purchase of full price tickets if there are none left. As the show was about to start we ended up standing at the back row as the view when seated wasn't good. There were quite a few seats marked as reserved which were empty for the whole show but we were told we couldn't sit there. Disappointing service from Assembly. Would recommend getting there early so that you get s good view of the show.

Luca Pietrantoni 29 days ago

so joyful. they are young, smiling, multi-roles. loved it

Elli Mansfield 30 days ago

A phenomenal display of athletics and acrobatics. Spent the entire hour just saying wow over and over again. The team looked like they were having fun with it as well, and so talented! A must see - just brilliant!

Zoe 30 days ago

One of the best shows I've seen at the Fringe. The trust and joy of the acrobats is deeply moving in a way that I didn't expect to feel at a circus show. My mind was blown over and over and over again. A must see.

Richard Orchard-Rowe 30 days ago

What an amazing show! The trust between each cast member is palpable! Every move so secure, the story comes through in this great show and the cast look phenomenal together! Really loved this

E Watts 30 days ago

This is an absolutely incredible show, a must see, it deserves to sell out and I would recommend it to anyone and everyone! It has been my favourite show this fringe (out of many).

The way the acrobats work together and their bond is very unique to this troupe. There is so much joy, beauty and fun in this show and is just a wonderful way to spend an hour of your life.

Go, take all your friends!

Erin 31 days ago

I was floored by the skill and courage of these performers. And I loved their teamwork and how they seemed to love their jobs.

The live drummer/emcee was a fun bonus.

Patrick N 31 days ago

Absolutely outstanding. An hour of pure action, thrills, and humour. You won’t regret going.

Kath Osborne 31 days ago

☆☆☆☆☆ Five stars from.me! The show was stunning. You really won't be disappointed. Beautiful fluid, balletic, gravity defying performance, exhibiting amazing strength, balance and absolute trust in each other. Get there early to ensure you can see the floor work - my only issue with the venue.

S 32 days ago

AMAZING show! The gymnasts / acrobats were obviously super talented but the concept made it entertaining for the whole sixty minutes. Can't recommend highly enough.

LQ 34 days ago

Thanks to all the glowing reviews, I decided to check out this show, and I’m so glad I did. It was an absolutely spectacular performance—by far the best I’ve seen in years. My 5-year-old daughter, who can be a tough critic, also declared it the best show she’s ever watched.

The show truly highlights the incredible skill of the acrobats. The jumps and flips were executed with such precision that it’s hard to imagine how many hours of practice must go into achieving that level of perfection. The performance was cleverly designed with many laugh-out-loud moments and spontaneous interactions. The segments where the performers imitated each other’s moves were particularly entertaining.

This is a show that truly deserves to be seen by a wider audience. It’s not just a showcase of acrobatics but a well-crafted experience that’s fun, engaging, and awe-inspiring. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable experience.

David Newton 34 days ago

"Go see. Ten thousand hours"
Okay, I had no idea what the show would be and if I had rea,d the word acrobat I would have yawned and passed on this.
But it's the fringe and if someone says, "this is great" I take a chance.
Boy am I glad I did.

If this was sculpture it would be the Venus de Milo.
Beautiful movement, terrific timing, wit and humour all with fantastic skill and a wonderful soundtrack.

Bob McDevitt 34 days ago

I’ve seen this company at the fringe before and they did not disappoint with this new show. Properly breath-taking stuff, unbelievable timing and superb physicality.

robert sparks 34 days ago

Absolutely Outstanding Show : received a well deserved standing ovation. I want to experience it again. Superb

Colin Earl 34 days ago

Spectacular! This was our favorite show of the fringe by far. They so clearly loved what they were doing, and the show had gasps, thrills, cleverness, and humor. Amazing performance!

Elin 35 days ago

This has been my favourite show of the fringe by far!!!
Suitable for all ages! Gripping And entertaining

Stephen 35 days ago

Tremendous. They deserve every one of the glowing reviews.

Marianne 36 days ago

Stunning. Amazing performers. Great show.
Recommended.

Naomi 37 days ago

Absolutely fantastic show. Best we have seen at Fringe. It was a real joy to watch and the cast looked like they were enjoying it which enhanced the performance even more. Amazing skills and really creative show definitely one not to be missed

Rio 38 days ago

Best in this Fringe Festival. INCREDIBLE. Every single performer is full with impeccable talent and I was captivated from start to finish. Highly reccomend.

CB 38 days ago

An absolutely spectacular show - extremely talented performers and incredible acrobatics.

Catherine Haworth 38 days ago

I've just seen this with my two kids, 8 and 12. We were all completely transfixed for the whole hour. Bonkers skills on display, and humorous touches from generous performers, all in all an absolute joy to have watched this show.

Stuart Clive 39 days ago

Superb show with world class acrobatics. Jaw dropping skills. Loved it.

A Richards 39 days ago

Absolutely brilliant show! My whole family including 11/12y old kids and 77 year old parents all gave it 10 out of 10. The acrobatics is absolutely incredible, daring and thrilling to watch. The cast are so outstanding at what they do… the show is professional, beautiful and also funny. An absolute must see and a real highlight of our week at the fringe. Please go and see it as these guys deserve a full house.

Catherine D 40 days ago

Amazing! Incredible acrobatic skills performed with tremendous beauty, warmth and humour. I can't recommend it highly enough.

Francine 41 days ago

Absolutely spellbinding - a real must-see! Incredibly impressive choreography and acrobatics, and a good sense of humor, too. Could not recommend this highly enough - it's one I'll certainly think back on as a gold standard for this type of performance.

Susan Wendy Pritchard 41 days ago

Better than the Olympics! The choreography is amazingly precise, the skill level is breathtaking and you’ll watch it in disbelief that the moves are possible.

Dan C 43 days ago

Amazing show! Skill was exceptional! We saw 3 circuses and this one was the best by far!!

Nick Russell 43 days ago

Impressive. An ensemble piece that inhabits an exciting liminal space between acrobatics, improvisation and dance. The trust and understanding across the group was deep and palpable. They clearly depend on each other for their lives; all having the physique of medal-winning Olympic gymnasts must help.

Helena Murphy 44 days ago

Been watching a lit of olympics online and this group wouldn't look out of place with the insane things they can do. Sometimes I find these sorts of shoes can get a bit samey but this one did not at all. Really well put together, with some stunts that I almost missed hiding behind my hands. Excellent stuff

Gigi 44 days ago

I absolutely loved this show. I've seen several circus/acrobatic shows at the festival over the years and this is my favourite. An amazing understated spectacle of human ability without all the flashy props/equipment. I was mesmerised as was my daughter. The connection between performers and the demonstration of failure and perseverance was extremely engaging and relatable. Please treat yourself to this *****

Deborah Oates 44 days ago

Fantastic show!!! We did it twice as it was so amazing. My 9 year old now wants to be an acrobat

Sanjay 45 days ago

The best show I've seen at this year's fringe - and the rest of my family think so too. The team were incredible. The stage and props were kept very simple which was perfect as really you won't be able to take your eyes off the acrobats.
This show should be sold out, it was that good. Set your alarm, get into the city early enough, do not miss this!

Catherine A 45 days ago

Physical performers not to be missed. An hour of non-stop amazing-ness... *****

Diane Moorhead 46 days ago

Wow, one of the best. For sure, go; you will not be disappointed.

Sarah M 46 days ago

Took my 6 year old, I LOVE seeing circus at the fringe and this is an amazing show. Few props, no ‘equipment’ apart from the incredible talent, skill and hard work of the performers. Our jaws were on the floor the whole hour and my hands were sore from clapping.

philip canti 46 days ago

just spectacular. you may get tired of saying 'wow' or trying to work out how a human body does those things. they are amazing athletes, and the show was entertaining and massively impressive. get a ticket if you can!

S Palombi 47 days ago

Fantastic! How do they do that? And smile, too. Most worthwhile show at Fringe this year! Jaw-dropping fun. Incredible family show, as well.

Jenny Purcell 47 days ago

The human body is aMAZing! What a jaw dropping, life affirming, gravity defying show.

Alasdair Smith 47 days ago

An absolutely fabulous show in every regard. Complete with genuinely breathtaking circus combined with funny moments with real warmth. This combined with a beautiful design making for a brilliant experience! Couldn’t recommend more.

Anna 48 days ago

It’s a great all age family show. The athletes are impressive and very cool. One comment would be to reduce time to 45 mins - kids struggle without the bathroom :-)

Thomas Jenkins 49 days ago

This is a *terrific* show -- the performers are clearly at the top of their game, and the 'improv segment' (which I don't want to spoil) is one of the most clever and hilarious bits I've seen integrated into a circus. Also, I'm now inspired to hit the gym 24/7 for the rest of my life.

Maree Rudd 50 days ago

Amazing performance. Showing skill development, technical progression, confidence and trust building. The performances are at a level most of us can only imagine yet made to look effortless. Ten Thousand Hours and more! Highly recommend seeing this.


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Pride Nomad (5/5 stars) 28 days ago

“Must See” is an understatement.

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Arts Hub (5/5 stars) 31 days ago

This was meta circus with a positive message about trying, failing, picking each other up and having a lot of fun along the way.

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One4Review (5/5 stars) 36 days ago

Ten Thousand Hours is a stunning exhibition of beauty and expertise that will leave the audience in amazement.

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The British Theatre Guide (5/5 stars) 38 days ago

From the very beginning, this had danger attached. It’s thrilling, it’s exciting and it is so theatrical that I wondered if they could do workshops on how to do scene changes for other companies.

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Broadway Baby (4/5 stars) 43 days ago

A performance that’s as playful as it is professional

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Theatre Weekly (5/5 stars) 45 days ago

“heartwarming, jaw-dropping, utterly beautiful and an absolute must-see”

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edinburghfestivalsforkids (5/5 stars) 47 days ago

Making these incredible feats seem effortless, this is an absolutely awesome show, which we encourage everyone to go to, young and old alike…as soon as it finished, our mini-reviewer wanted to watch it all over again !

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